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Appendix 2: Knowledge Test Procedures and Tips
Before starting the actual test, the testing center will provide an opportunity to practice navigating through the test.
This practice or tutorial session may include sample questions to familiarize the applicant with the look and feel of
the software. (e.g., selecting an answer, marking a question for later review, monitoring time remaining for the
test, and other features of the testing software.)
Acceptable Materials
The applicant may use the following aids, reference materials, and test materials, as long as the material does not
include actual test questions or answers:
Acceptable Materials Unacceptable Materials Notes
Supplement book provided by
proctor
Written materials that are
handwritten, printed, or
electronic
Testing centers may provide
calculators and/or deny the
use of personal calculators
All models of aviation-oriented
calculators or small electronic
calculators that perform only
arithmetic functions
Electronic calculators
incorporating permanent or
continuous type memory circuits
without erasure capability
Unit Member (proctor) may
prohibit the use of your
calculator if he or she is
unable to determine the
calculator’s erasure capability
Calculators with simple
programmable memories, which
allow addition to, subtraction from, or
retrieval of one number from the
memory; or simple functions, such
as square root and percentages
Magnetic Cards, magnetic tapes,
modules, computer chips, or any
other device upon which pre-
written programs or information
related to the test can be stored
and retrieved
Printouts of data must be
surrendered at the completion
of the test if the calculator
incorporates this design
feature
Scales, straightedges, protractors,
plotters, navigation computers, blank
log sheets, holding pattern entry
aids, and electronic or mechanical
calculators that are directly related to
the test
Dictionaries
Before, and upon completion
of the test, while in the
presence of the Unit Member,
actuate the ON/OFF switch or
RESET button, and perform
any other function that ensures
erasure of any data stored in
memory circuits
Manufacturer’s permanently
inscribed instructions on the front
and back of such aids, e.g.,
formulas, conversions, regulations,
signals, weather data, holding
pattern diagrams, frequencies,
weight and balance formulas, and air
traffic control procedures
Any booklet or manual
containing instructions related to
use of test aids
Unit Member makes the final
determination regarding aids,
reference materials, and test
materials
Test Tips
When taking a knowledge test, please keep the following points in mind:
• Carefully read the instructions provided with the test.
• Answer each question in accordance with the latest regulations and guidance publications.
• Read each question carefully before looking at the answer options. You should clearly understand the
problem before trying to solve it.
• After formulating a response, determine which answer option corresponds with your answer. The answer
you choose should completely solve the problem.